TimothyPaul

Hello - I'm a newbie so forgive dumb questions ! :-)

I'm working on my sons 88 IROC conv. I noticed there are solenoids that look like they are supposed to pop the tonneau cover. Where is the switch that would activate this.

Also - is it possible to replace the rear window? This one is so fogged it drives me nuts. On my 71 Olds convertible the rear window zips in. This one looks like it is sewn in.

Thanks.....TP

Tootie Pang

iTrader: (2)

The switch is between the power windows switches in the center console.

TimothyPaul

Thank you for replying Tootie - I thought that switch was for the trunk release ?
(neither is working at the moment)

Galaxie500XL

iTrader: (1)

I might be barking up the wrong tree, but you might need to pull the emergency brake, or if it's like my '88, push in the clutch pedal (if equipped) while operating the switch to get that to work.


I could be wrong, but it might be worth checking out.

Tootie Pang

iTrader: (2)

No, that's it. I am replacing that switch with a "window" switch and pushing forward will release the cover, "window up" and pushing backward "windows down" will pop the trunk. I just need to add some wiring and a standard GM trunk solenoid to the trunk mechanism.

And I can't find the switch wiring for the convertible but I would bet it uses the same interlock as the hatch models. Park for autos, e-brake for manuals.

TimothyPaul

So wait - am I to understand that when the E-Brake is down the switch activates the trunk and when the E-brake is up it activates the solenoids on the top ?

Wow - that is weird. No wonder I cant figure it out!!! LOL

Tootie Pang

iTrader: (2)

Hah, no, the center console switch. The Park position (used in automatic transmission cars) -or- the Emergency Brake (used in manual cars) is needed to enable the switch to work in the first place. In other words, you can press the cover button but it wont do anything unless the transmission selector is in P

TimothyPaul

lol - ok.

So where is the switch for the conv. top?

Tootie Pang

iTrader: (2)

There isn't one. It's a slide lever on the drivers side next to the rear passenger's left shoulder.

tavert91

iTrader: (1)

The replacement window will need to be sewn in. Tough job without removing the top from the frame. Not sure the window can be bought separately from the top. If you determine you want to replace the top, consider one that uses a glass window.